Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science Graduate Degree Offerings

Drug response and prescribing progress

We offer M.S. and Ph.D. programs in pharmaceutical sciences with concentrations in either pharmacotherapy, or pharmacoeconomics and health outcomes. The pharmacotherapy concentration focuses on in-depth study of factors contributing to effective drug response and adverse events. The pharmacoeconomics and health outcomes concentration focuses on in-depth study of medication effectiveness, economic impact and patient outcomes. Learn to evaluate health care interventions and policies, preparing you to lead in pharmaceutical research and health care innovation at one of the top pharmacy schools in the nation.

M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacoeconomics and Health Outcomes Concentration)

A comprehensive exploration of the economic and societal impact of pharmaceutical interventions

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Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacoeconomics and Health Outcomes Concentration)

Advanced training in evaluating the economic and societal impact of pharmaceutical interventions

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M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacotherapy Concentration)

Specialized knowledge in the optimization and utilization of pharmaceutical treatments to improve patient health outcomes

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Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacotherapy Concentration)

Advanced training in the optimization and utilization of pharmaceutical treatments to improve patient health outcomes

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See Where Our Alumni Go

Our graduate students pursue careers in organizations around the world. Envision your future here by seeing the first jobs our alumni get after graduation.